Wantoning: meaning, definitions and examples
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wantoning
[ ˈwɒntənɪŋ ]
desire, want
Wantoning refers to the state of indulging in wanton behavior, characterized by an excessive or uncontrolled desire for something. This term often carries connotations of recklessness or heedlessness, especially in terms of one's actions or desires. In literature, wantoning can depict characters engaging in impulsive or extravagant behaviors without regard for consequences.
Synonyms
extravagant, indulgent, reckless, unrestrained
Examples of usage
- He was wantoning in his pursuit of pleasure.
- The wantoning of the youth led to chaos in the town.
- They were wantoning about their desires, ignoring the warnings.
- In her wantoning, she forgot her responsibilities.
Translations
Translations of the word "wantoning" in other languages:
🇵🇹 devassidão
🇮🇳 कामुकता
🇩🇪 Zügellosigkeit
🇮🇩 berahi
🇺🇦 дозвілля
🇵🇱 zabawa
🇯🇵 放蕩
🇫🇷 débauche
🇪🇸 desenfreno
🇹🇷 serbestlik
🇰🇷 방탕
🇸🇦 انحلال
🇨🇿 prostopášnost
🇸🇰 rozmaitosť
🇨🇳 放荡
🇸🇮 razuzdanost
🇮🇸 sómar
🇰🇿 босшы
🇬🇪 გარყვნილება
🇦🇿 azğınlıq
🇲🇽 desenfreno
Etymology
The term 'wantoning' is derived from the Middle English word 'wanten,' which means 'to lack' or 'to be in want of something.' Over time, it evolved to represent actions driven by desire that are excessive or without restraint. The word 'wanton' itself stems from an Old Norse root, indicating playful or dissolute behavior. In literary contexts, 'wantoning' has often been associated with characters led by their desires to engage in activities that could be deemed irresponsible or excesses of joy. Philosophically, this word touches upon human nature's intrinsic desires and the consequent moral implications of their satiation.